San Max Hotel in Catania

We had a wonderful stay at San Max Hotel. The location is excellent, very convenient for exploring Catania and close to everything you might need. The staff were extremely kind and welcoming – truly professional and helpful at all times. Everything was spotlessly clean – the rooms, the common areas, absolutely everything. The hotel is also very quiet and peaceful, which made our stay even more comfortable. Breakfast is basic, but absolutely sufficient and fresh. A very nice touch is the complimentary coffee, tea and pastries available at reception during the day. Overall, this hotel offers excellent value for money. We would definitely stay here again.

Stay Details. I visited Catania during the last days of September with my husband, and spent two nights in the hotel. I understand that during this time, it is not a high season, but I must say that I saw several turists in the city and the weather was quite good (sunny, but not so hot).

Location. The hotel is located in Via Etnea, a wide street, full of shops and tourists. It is not exactly in the center, but just after walking a couple of blocks in this main street, there is already the Bellini Garden and tons of restaurants. After few blocks more, there are many other shops and even squares and touristic sites. The street is well illuminated, specially appreciated in the evening, and since there is always people walking there, I would say that you feel secure walking there.

Room. I was positively surprised with the size of the bedroom. It was quite big, the bed was also big, and in comparison to other hotels I have been, the toilette was quite wide. There was a good ventilation and for me everything was quite comfortable. Perhaps the only observation would be about the isolation of noise from the hall or from other rooms (that is also part of some other previous reviews). However, in the evening, besides some noise in the hall when someone was talking or probably arriving in their bedroom, everything was quiet. I slept well. And in comparison to other hotels, with even more stars, where I have been in Italy, it is quite difficult to find room with a proper noise isolation. It is good to remember that Italy has several old buildings, so the expectation must be realistic in line with that. My room was facing the inner yard, so I didn't listen any street noise. It is also expected some mosquitoes, but in the room I found the device to keep them away.

Service. The staff was very kind and attentive. When we arrived, there was a perpendicular street closed, and Google was not recognizing properly how to arrive to the entry of the parking. So we were helped by phone with the direction.

Facilities. The hotel has a parking and a swimming pool. It is advisable to call in advance in case a parking place is required. They also offer water, coffee and tee for free in the reception. I don't know if this is the standard, but our price includes breakfast, and I must say that it was good. The dining room is in a neighbor building, and the breakfast included sweet and salty options, orange juice and coffee. For me it was enough to start the day.

In conclusion, I think that this was a good option during my days in Catania, and I would probably choose it again if I visit again the city.

The hotel is very clean. The breakfast is good and the bed was comfortable. The staff is very friendly and they get out of their way to help you out and make you feel at home.

Excellent location few minutes walk from central. If you come from airport the bus stop is near. Room are enormous. Breakfast is ok.
Loved to stay here

After 9 nights in a villa in Palermo, we booked one night here before our morning flight home. The rooms were a little larger than you might expect with all the standard provisions. Thge reception staff were very nice and welcoming. The location is good - turn righ out of the hotel and you soon hit the main drag in Catania with all the shops, bars, restaurants and little off-shots you need. Overall I was pleasantly suprised by the hotel and in terms of value for money, would give it 5 stars.

The San Max Hotel was a perfect place to stay for our last night in Sicily before flying home. Staff were great in getting us a taxi booked for early in the morning and letting us know about the hotel. The room was fine and even a lot bigger than we needed. The requested second bed was set-up and waiting. It is not high luxury but it was clean and in a very central location.

Love this little gem! Comfy beds, AC, quiet, simple but tasty breafast. Small pool with sunbeds and shower. Nice neighborhood. The ladies in the reception are sweet and most helpful with tips about places to go. It is not luxury this place, its better because it has good vibes and a heart.